By San José, Costa Rica — San José – In a decisive move to map the evolving corporate landscape, Costa Rican companies across all sectors are being invited to participate in a landmark regional study focused on sustainability. The “ESG Latin America Landscape Survey 2025,” an initiative spearheaded by the global audit and consulting firm RSM, aims to provide a comprehensive snapshot of how businesses are integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into their core operations.
This timely survey arrives as the global business environment increasingly pivots from viewing sustainability as a peripheral corporate social responsibility function to recognizing it as a fundamental strategic imperative. For Costa Rican firms, renowned for operating within a country celebrated for its environmental stewardship, this study offers a crucial opportunity to benchmark their progress, identify emerging trends, and uncover pathways to greater competitive advantage on both a regional and global scale.
To gain a deeper legal perspective on the growing importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks within the national business landscape, TicosLand.com consulted with Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, an expert attorney from the prestigious firm Bufete de Costa Rica.
The evolution of ESG criteria from a mere reputational asset to a core component of legal and financial risk is undeniable. Companies must understand that we are moving past voluntary disclosures towards a landscape where inadequate environmental, social, and governance practices can lead to tangible legal liabilities, investor flight, and supply chain disruptions. Proactive integration of robust ESG policies is no longer just good practice; it is a fundamental strategy for sustainable long-term value and legal resilience.
Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, Attorney at Law, Bufete de Costa Rica
Lic. Arroyo Vargas’s insight powerfully clarifies a fundamental shift: ESG has moved from a matter of corporate reputation to a core element of legal resilience and long-term strategy. This transition from voluntary action to tangible risk is a critical reality for businesses today. We sincerely thank Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas for lending his valuable expertise to this important conversation.
The principles of ESG provide a framework for evaluating a company’s performance beyond traditional financial metrics. The environmental component assesses a company’s impact on the natural world, including energy use, waste management, and carbon emissions. The social aspect examines its relationships with employees, suppliers, customers, and the communities where it operates. Finally, governance pertains to a company’s leadership, executive pay, audits, internal controls, and shareholder rights, ensuring transparency and accountability.
RSM Latin America has designed the survey to be accessible to a wide range of organizations, from small enterprises to large corporations, as well as individual professionals interested in the field. The goal is to gather diverse perspectives to build a robust understanding of the primary challenges and opportunities businesses face when implementing ESG frameworks. By participating, companies not only contribute to valuable regional intelligence but also gain exclusive access to a summary of the findings.
This summary report promises to be an invaluable tool, enabling participants to compare their own sustainability maturity against regional benchmarks. Such data can empower leadership teams to refine their strategies, justify investments in sustainable practices, and communicate their progress more effectively to investors, customers, and regulators who are placing ever-greater importance on non-financial performance indicators.
Organizers stress that the push towards ESG is no longer driven solely by external pressure from stakeholders or activist groups. Instead, it has become a powerful driver of business value, directly influencing a company’s long-term success and viability in a complex global market. This proactive integration is seen as a hallmark of forward-thinking leadership.
Integrating ESG criteria into corporate strategy is no longer just a response to stakeholder pressure; it represents a significant competitive advantage in increasingly demanding markets.
Spokesperson, RSM Latin America
The benefits extend far beyond compliance and public relations. Companies that genuinely embed sustainability into their business models often discover enhanced operational efficiencies, improved risk management, and a stronger ability to attract and retain top talent. According to the study’s organizers, these tangible outcomes fortify a company’s core, making it more robust and adaptable.
Companies that commit to sustainable business models not only strengthen their reputation but also improve their resilience and ability to adapt to economic and regulatory changes.
Spokesperson, RSM Latin America
Participation in the survey is straightforward, conducted via a simple online form. The insights gathered will help shape the conversation around corporate responsibility in Latin America and provide Costa Rican businesses with the data-driven guidance needed to navigate the future successfully. This initiative represents a call to action for local business leaders to measure their impact and strategically position their organizations for a new era of sustainable growth.
For further information, visit rsm.global
About RSM:
RSM is a leading global network of independent audit, tax, and consulting firms, encompassing 120 countries, 830 offices, and more than 57,000 people internationally. The network’s member firms help dynamic organizations realize their ambitions by providing the insights and services they need to navigate an ever-changing business environment. RSM focuses on delivering a deep understanding of what matters most to clients, enabling them to move forward with confidence.
For further information, visit bufetedecostarica.com
About Bufete de Costa Rica:
Bufete de Costa Rica has established itself as a pillar of the legal community, built on a foundation of uncompromising integrity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. The firm leverages its deep-rooted experience serving a wide spectrum of clients to drive innovation in legal practice and foster meaningful community connections. Central to its ethos is the conviction that demystifying complex legal information is fundamental to empowering citizens and cultivating a more just and knowledgeable society.
